Articles tagged with: transportation

Final safety inspection begins on Banihal-Katra railway section

New Delhi, January 9: The final safety inspection has commenced on the newly constructed 111 kilometres long Banihal-Katra railway section, connecting Jammu to the Kashmir valley, said Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw.


NFR speeds up essential and non-essential goods to NE states: Official

Guwahati, Jan 9: The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has stepped up the supply of essentials, food grains, fertiliser, transport fuel, coal and other items to the mountainous northeastern states, including the trouble-torn Manipur, officials said here on Wednesday.


Adani Ports ranks among top 10 transportation, infra companies in S&P global list

Ahmedabad, Jan 8: Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd. (APSEZ) on Wednesday said it has been ranked among the top 10 global transportation and transportation infrastructure companies in the 2024 S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA).


Indian Railways meets budget targets with timely completion of projects in 2024-25

New Delhi, Jan 8: Indian Railways has spent 76 per cent of its budgetary outlay within the first nine months of the current financial year, reflecting the timely implementation of projects to expand capacity and make travel safer, according to an official statement issued on Wednesday.


Railways spends 76% capex for capacity improvement by far in 2024-25

New Delhi, January 8: Keeping pace with the budgetary allocation, Indian Railways has spent 76 per cent of its budgetary outlay within the first nine months of the current fiscal year 2024-25.


Nitin Gadkari announces cashless treatment scheme for road accident victims

New Delhi, January 8: Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has announced the "Cashless Treatment" scheme, under which the government will cover expenses of up to Rs 1.5 lakh for seven days of treatment for road accident victims.


Himachal witnessed a significant reduction in road accidents and fatalities in 2024

Shimla, January 8: The concerted efforts of the Himachal Pradesh government towards road safety and traffic management have seen a remarkable reduction in road accidents and fatalities in the state during the year 2024.


Gujarat CM approves Rs 779 crore for construction of new major-minor bridges

Gandhinagar, January 7: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has made another important people-centric decision to ensure a safe, secure, and convenient road network for citizens. The CM has approved a Rs 778.74 crore proposal for the construction of new major and minor bridges across 32 roads, aimed at enhancing the road-bridge network under the state's Road and Building Department, said a press release from Gujarat CMO.


Maha Cabinet makes toll payment through FASTag mandatory from April 1

Mumbai, Jan 7: The Maharashtra Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, has decided to make toll payments through FASTag mandatory at all toll plazas across the state starting April 1, 2025. Vehicle users will be required to use FASTag exclusively for toll payments.


Delhi engulfed in dense fog; flights, trains experience continued delays

New Delhi, Jan 6: The national capital was enveloped in thick fog on Tuesday, affecting visibility and exacerbating winter challenges.The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported a temperature of 11.6 degrees Celcius in Delhi at 5:30 a.m., with a minimum forecast of 8 degrees Celcius and a maximum of 19 degrees Celcius for the day.


Hyderabad's second longest flyover thrown open, named after former PM Manmohan Singh

Hyderabad, Jan 7: Aramghar-Nehru Zoological Park flyover, the second longest flyover in Hyderabad, was, on Monday, inaugurated by Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, who decided to name it after former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, who passed away recently.


Historic milestone in J&K's integration into national railway network, says PM Modi

Jammu, Jan 6: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Monday, virtually inaugurated the new Jammu Railway Division, terming it a historic milestone.


Wonderful to see Indian Railways' transformation in last 10 years: Erik Solheim

New Delhi, Jan 6: Erik Solheim, former Minister of Climate and Environment of Norway, said on Monday it has been wonderful to observe the improvement of Indian Railways in the last 10 years under the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, as the government laid the foundation stones of multiple projects, further strengthening the country's railway infrastructure.


PM Modi inaugurates, lays foundation stones for key railway projects across India

New Delhi, Jan 6: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday inaugurated and laid the foundation stones of multiple railway projects through video conferencing, further strengthening India's railway infrastructure.


PM Modi sets ball rolling for India to become world's 2nd largest metro rail network

New Delhi, Jan 5: With Prime Minister Narendra Modi laying the foundation for multiple urban railway development projects worth over Rs 12,200 crore in Delhi on Sunday, India is well on track to become the second-largest metro rail network in the world, according to a statement by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs on Sunday.


Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis inaugurates 7 new flyovers in state

Nagpur, January 6: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday inaugurated seven flyovers in the state which were constructed by the Maharashtra Rail Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (MAHARAIL).


Haryana CM Nayab Saini lauds inauguration of metro projects by PM Modi

Saharanpur, January 5: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini welcomed the inauguration of various developmental projects by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday, including the metro inauguration, which will include two stations in Haryana.


Key facts about the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut RRTS Corridor

New Delhi, Jan 5: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated a 13-kilometre stretch of the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut Namo Bharat corridor between Sahibabad and New Ashok Nagar, fulfilling the dream of millions of residents of the National Capital Region for a fast, safe and non-road mode of connectivity.


New York imposes first ever congestion pricing plan in US

New York, Jan 5: A congestion pricing plan covering Lower and Midtown Manhattan took effect on Sunday, making New York City the first US city to implement such a plan.


Delhi emerging as global model for sustainable public transport: CM Atishi on RRTS

New Delhi, Jan 5: In a significant boost to Delhi's public transport infrastructure, Chief Minister Atishi on Sunday lauded the launch of key projects aimed at enhancing connectivity and remarked that the national capital is emerging as a global model for sustainable public transport.


Winter fog disrupts flight, train services in Delhi

New Delhi, January 5: A thick layer of fog blanketed Delhi on Sunday morning causing disruption in the flight and train services in the national capital. The city also witnessed cold waves and temperature dip in the morning.


Delhi gets its first Namo Bharat corridor, PM Modi undertakes train ride

New Delhi, Jan 5: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated the 13-kilometer stretch of the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut Namo Bharat corridor between Sahibabad and New Ashok Nagar.


Dense fog in Delhi-NCR affects over 160 flights, delays 50 trains

New Delhi, Jan 5: Dense fog enveloped Delhi-NCR on Sunday, reducing visibility and hitting flight and train operations.


TN gears up for Pongal with special bus services, gift hampers

Chennai, Jan 5: With Pongal, Tamil Nadu’s biggest festival, set to be celebrated on January 15, the State Transport Corporation will operate 15,000 special buses for travellers heading to their hometowns for the holidays.


Big milestone: Indian metro network now third-largest in the world

New Delhi, Jan 5: India has achieved a remarkable milestone by reaching 1,000 kilometres in its metro network, solidifying its position as the world's third-largest metro system.


Delhi freezes under severe cold wave; dense fog disrupts flights, train services

New Delhi, Jan 5: Delhi is experiencing a severe cold wave, with temperature dropping to 9 degrees Celsius on Sunday. Adding to the frigid conditions, brisk winds blowing at 16 km/h have intensified the cold, leaving residents struggling to stay warm.


PM Modi to inaugurate over Rs. 12,200 Crore projects in Delhi

New Delhi, January 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone for several key development projects worth more than Rs 12,200 crores in the national capital on Sunday.


Vande Bharat Sleeper trains to soon bring world-class long-distance travel experience

New Delhi, January 3: With a speed of up to 180 kilometres per hour, the Vande Bharat sleeper trains will soon run on tracks to give commuters a world-class travel experience.


Karnataka Cabinet approves Dharwad as separate corporation, Increases KSRTC Bus Fares

Bengaluru, January 2: In a move that promises to bring further development to the cultural capital of Karnataka, Karnataka Minister for Minister of Law, Parliamentary affairs and Legislation of Karnataka HK Patil announced that the state cabinet has approved the creation of a separate corporation for Dharwad.


Indian Railways enhances Maha Kumbh Mela preparations, announces new Jammu Rail division

New Delhi, January 2: Ahead of the Maha Kumbh Mela, which is expected to draw around 40 crore people, Indian Railways is preparing to manage the huge influx of pilgrims with extensive planning and infrastructure upgrades.


Nitin Gadkari announces Rs 12500 crore to improve Delhi's infrastructure and reduce pollution

New Delhi, January 2: Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari announced Rs 12500 crore to improve Delhi's transport network and to reduce pollution as well as congestion in the city. He announced an additional CRIF fund of Rs 1200 crore for the national capital.


RITES receives order worth USD 9.7 million from Guyana

New Delhi, January 1: State-owned company RITES Limited has bagged an order for upgrading of a creek highway in Guyana worth staggering USD 9.7 million (excluding taxes), as per a stock exchange filing Wednesday.


Articles tagged with: transportation